Commentary|Podcasts|June 26, 2023

Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition - A Look Into Psychedelic Medicines for Oncology Care

This month, we have a special crossover episode between Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition and the Psychedelic Pharmacy podcast.

This month, we have a special crossover episode between Pharmacy Focus: Oncology Edition and the Psychedelic Pharmacy podcast. Managing Editor Alana Hippensteele spoke with Anthony L. Back, MD, to learn about research into psychedelic medicine in cancer care and what he sees in the future. As psychedelic medicine comes further into cancer care, pharmacists will play a vital role in the interdisciplinary team to screen and evaluate patients for suitability.

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